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Hi, I’m Lily — an Amsterdam-based creative director, writer, and photographer sharing stories of my adventures near and far.

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Film Review: OptiColour 200 Medium Format

Trying new film stocks is a great way to shape your visual style as a film photographer. In my Film Review series, I reflect on my experience shooting various film stocks and share sample images from the roll to help you decide if this film stock is worth a try. 

I got my hands on some pre-production rolls of OptiColour 200 from Optik Oldschool and took one for a spin around Paris with my Rolleiflex. In this film stock review, I'll cover how it handles midday light, a few pre-production imperfections, and what I liked about this new film stock.

If you're curious about alternatives to Kodak Gold or curious to experiment with different film emulsions, keep reading to find out whether it's worth adding to your camera bag.

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